Melica altissima 'Alba'
Melica altissima 'Alba'
Deciduous grass with green strappy leaves and delicate sprays of white flowers. Very tactile plant. Up to 60cm. Seeds now available - approx 50 seeds in each packet
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£ 3.00
In stock - more than 30
100% Peat Free
Description
Deciduous grass with green strappy leaves and delicate sprays of white flowers. Very tactile plant. Combines well with other plants. Height up to 60cm.
At A Glance
| Common Name | Alternatively Melica uniflora f. albida |
| Type | Ornamental Grasses |
| Height | 30cm to 60cm |
| Colour | green,white |
| Spread Rate | moderate |
| Flowering | early summer |
| Soil Type | moist,normal,drained |
| Aspect | sun,part shade |
| Pollination | Attractive to pollinators |
Sue's Notes
The seeds do need a period of chilling over winter. You can store them in an airtight container in the fridge, mix with damp vermiculate and store in the fridge in a bag, or sow in autumn, cover with grit and leave outside. Germination can be slow and erratic.